Chemistry Syllabus 2015-2016

COURSE
OVERVIEW

Laurie Gardner
lgardner@facsmemphis.org
Tutoring: by appt.

This course is a hands-on, lab-focused class, with a minimum of 3 labs a month and several demonstrations
used to illustrate specific concepts. The text for this course is Modern Chemistry by Holt; however,
please understand that I teach from several texts and it is imperative that you take notes from my
lectures in order to be successful.

Tests, Projects and Interactive Science Notebook

Lab (notebook, reports, participation)
Daily Grades (homework, pop quizzes)

LATE AND
MAKE-UP
WORK

50%
30%
20%

GRADING

1. Assignments are due at the beginning of each class period.

2. There will be NO make-up tests given. If you miss a test you will be able to replace the grade with a
quarter test. Missing a TEST review is not a reason to delay the test.
3. Missed labs will need to be made up using one of the lab makeup assignments found on Edline or in the
class blog.
4. Late work will be subject to a 50 point penalty and will only be accepted one day after due date.
Excused absences will follow the school policy for make-up work.

Some extra credit work will be available throughout the year. Options will be discussed at a later date.

Students must have all required assignments completed before working on extra credit.

EXTRA
CREDIT

Chemistry Syllabus 2015-2016

Laurie Gardner
lgardner@facsmemphis.org
Tutoring: by appt.

CLASSROOM
RULES

1. Listen carefully during class instruction and participate.

2. Repeat homework problems and learn from your mistakes.
3. If you dont understand something during class instruction, ask a
question immediately.
4. Learn concepts, dont just memorize terms.
5. Quiz yourself on homework problems

KEYS
TO
SUCCESS

Chemistry Syllabus 2015-2016

Laurie Gardner
lgardner@facsmemphis.org
Tutoring: by appt.

Please print out the syllabus, sign, and have your parents sign. This is to acknowledge that you have read the syllabus and agree with its
content. In order to make a 100 on your first homework assignment make sure you AND your parent sign it and return it by Friday,
August 15th.

Student Signature

Class Period

Parent Signature

Date